In the heart of California, the Coachella Valley is known for its stunning desert landscapes and political leanings. This area has been a haven for conservative retirees and vacationers, with a history of supporting Republican presidents. However, recent political changes are causing concern among local Republicans. Proposition 50, a ballot measure proposed by Gover...

This Saturday, UFC 322 is set to be a night of high stakes. Two reigning champions, Islam Makhachev and Zhang Weili, are stepping up to challenge for titles in new weight classes. Makhachev, widely regarded as one of the best in the lightweight division, is taking on Jack Della Maddalena for the welterweight title. Meanwhile, Zhang Weili is set to face Valentina Shev...

The movie "Predator: Badlands" has taken the box office by storm, making a huge splash with $40 million in its first weekend. This is a big deal because it's the highest opening ever for a "Predator" movie, beating out the 2004 film "Alien vs. Predator. " The "Predator" series has been around since 1987, with Arnold Schwarzenegger starring in the first one. This suc...

The football world is buzzing as two star players gear up to hit the field this Sunday. Garrett Wilson, the Jets' top receiver, is ready to make his comeback after missing a couple of games due to a knee issue. He's been practicing hard all week and is feeling good about his chances. With 36 catches, 395 yards, and four touchdowns under his belt this season, Wilson i...

A year after a crushing defeat, Democrats are making a comeback. They're winning big in key states, showing they're not the same old party. But can they keep this momentum going? It's been a tough year for Democrats. After losing big in 2024, they've been trying to figure out what went wrong. But lately, they've been winning. In Virginia, Abigail Spanberger became t...

Micah Parsons, now with the Green Bay Packers, shared heartfelt thoughts about his former Dallas Cowboys teammate, Marshawn Kneeland, who passed away recently at the age of 24. Parsons, who played with Kneeland during the 2024-25 NFL season, spoke openly about the impact of his friend's death. Kneeland was more than just a teammate to Parsons. He was a brother in th...

UNC's basketball team showed why they're a force to be reckoned with, even when they're not at their best. In a game that started slow, the Tar Heels found their rhythm in the second half, shooting an impressive 66. 7 percent to secure an 87-74 victory over Kansas. This win was a statement, proving that UNC can turn things around when they need to. Three players sto...

October saw a massive influx of money into US exchange-traded funds (ETFs), with a record-breaking $166 billion in net new assets. This surge was led by Vanguard, which had its best month ever, pulling in over $50 billion. The largest share of these inflows went into US stock ETFs, with large-blend ETFs capturing the most attention. Vanguard's S&P 500 ETF, VOO, was ...

The Citadel's football team pulled off an impressive comeback against VMI, scoring 28 points in the final quarter to win 35-24. It was a game that seemed out of reach, with VMI leading 24-7 early in the fourth quarter. But Quentin Hayes, The Citadel's standout player, changed the game with three touchdowns in that final quarter. Hayes didn't just pass the ball; he r...

Hedge funds had a strong month in October. Citadel's main fund, Wellington, saw a 1. 8% increase. This brought its yearly performance up to 6. 8%. Citadel's other funds also did well. The Tactical Trading fund gained 2. 7% in October and 13. 4% for the year so far. The Global Fixed Income fund rose by 1. 1% in October and 7. 3% for the year. Other big hedge funds li...